12-Inch Inlaid Walnut/Maple Folding Magnetic Chess Set

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Folded: 12L x 6W x 2H inches

2.5-inch king

1.25-inch squares

What's Included

Chess Board, Chess Pieces

Description

This Worldwise Imports portable travel board has a magnetism all its own. Large enough for stationary play when open, the foldable set is made of attractive maple with inlaid walnut, and makes quite a handsome traveling companion. Weighted pieces stay in place when the road gets bumpy, while a 12 x 12-inch open surface with 1.25 inch squares gives you enough room to play under any traveling conditions. When folded, it takes up no more room than a book. The pieces are stored neatly in lined slots when folded. Traveling doesn't get much better than that. Committed to enhancing what is felt by many to be the greatest game ever invented, Worldwise Imports understands the importance of making high-quality chess sets available to players of all levels. ChessSets.com is devoted to all aspects of chess, and carries a complete line of Worldwise chess sets for home or travel.

About Worldwise Imports:Specializing in retail and online merchants, Worldwise Import founder Cheryl Stern has assembled a team that has the experience necessary to import the very best international products. Since 2001, the team has traveled the world to find and supply the finest in chess, backgammon, cribbage and other traditional games, as well as some exotic and not so traditional games. Worldwise Imports' commitment to excellence has helped it become a leader in world import markets.

Dimensions & Specifications

Board Dimensions

12L x 6W x 2H inches (Folded), 12L x 12W x 3.5H inches (Open)

Brand

World Wise

Chess Piece Material

Walnut

International Shipping

Canada

King Height (in.)

2.5

Material

Wood Sets

Square Size (in.)

1.25

Theme

Traditional

Assembly

Our products are shipped partially assembled. Assembly is easy and requires only common household tools. Furniture will be shipped with all necessary fasteners. Assembly is a matter of minutes with easy to follow instructions. Carefully read the instructions and acquaint yourself with the wood parts, bolts and screw sizes before starting assembly of your furniture.

This is a nice chess set for travel or home use. I personally bought it because I wanted a smaller, portable set to carry places. The magnetized board and pieces are what made...Read complete review

This is a nice chess set for travel or home use. I personally bought it because I wanted a smaller, portable set to carry places. The magnetized board and pieces are what made the price acceptable. I didn't care for the thin plastic moldings to hold the pieces. They didn't hold them well and one didn't want to stay in the box. I threw the molds away and glued red felt inside both compartments. The pieces are loose, inside but now it looks like a $40. set.

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The chess set is functional though not as nice as it looks in the picture. The board is not glossy as you see in the photo and the pieces are stored in a platform...Read complete review

The chess set is functional though not as nice as it looks in the picture. The board is not glossy as you see in the photo and the pieces are stored in a platform that is not stable and shifts frequently. Even if you place the chess pieces in their designated location, the pieces fall all over the place as you try to fold the board for storage.

I ordered this to learn how to play chess on. It will be easy to travel with and store due to the fact that it folds, is so light weight and magnetic. Perhaps, once my love for chess develops, I will invest in a more substantial set.

When I opened up the box it was shipped in one of the sides of the board had detached from the hinges. I had to glue the board back together and I only hope it holds. Since I had to repair it, it will stand up to my students' prolonged and frequent use in chess club.

Hayneedle.com response:Thank you for your review. We will gladly replace any damaged item at no charge. Please contact our Customer Care Center at 1-888-880-4884 for questions regarding product guarantee.

We bought this for our 7 year old grandson that has shown some interest in chess for his birthday. It seems to be of a nice quality. Don't know if the insert for the pieces will hold up but they can certainly be stored inside without the insert.

I purchased this product for its small size and the fact that it was magnetic. I love everything about it actually except for the fact that I fear scratching up such a lovely set in my travels. I keep it in the cardboard box to protect it. The piece holder inside the board is useless as the pieces cannot be easily added or taken out of the set without mishap. I just removed the piece holders and put the pieces inside without them. The pieces are in zip-lock bags.[...] I will purchase other chess products from this company.

This is a nice chess set for travel or home use. I personally bought it because I wanted a smaller, portable set to carry places. The magnetized board and pieces are what made the price acceptable. I didn't care for the thin plastic moldings to hold the pieces. They didn't hold them well and one didn't want to stay in the box. I threw the molds away and glued red felt inside both compartments. The pieces are loose, inside but now it looks like a $40. set.

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This Worldwise Imports portable travel board has a magnetism all its own. Large enough for stationary play when open, the foldable set is made of attractive maple with inlaid walnut, and makes quite a handsome traveling companion. Weighted pieces stay in place when the road gets bumpy, while a 12 x 12-inch open surface with 1.25 inch squares gives you enough room to play under any traveling conditions. When folded, it takes up no more room than a book. The pieces are stored neatly in lined slots when folded